As a college student, I receive texts and email alerts when there has been a sexual assault on campus. Often times the message will begin like this… Notice of Sexual Assault : In compliance with the provisions of the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act of 1988 xxxxxxxx University is giving notice of a Sexual Assault . On xxxxx, xxxx, 2014 xxx Police were notified of a reported Sexual Assault . The incident took place on or about September x, 2014 at a private residence in the xxx block of xxx Street. The suspect was an acquaintance to the survivor. xxxx Police are investigating this incident. The notice is followed by a reminder from campus police suggesting dos and don’ts to stay safe: Be on the lookout for suspicious people who may attempt to isolate someone that is intoxicated or has been drinking. Get involved, don’t allow that to happen; when consu...
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